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ζΉΏ
Moist, Humid
γγ (γ), γγ (γ)
JLPT N2
Interesting Fact
Japan's rainy season, ζ’ ι¨ (tsuyu), is known for its high humidity. The word ζΉΏεΊ¦ (shitsudo), meaning 'humidity,' appears frequently in weather forecasts during early summer.
Memory Trick
Imagine your clothes becoming damp on a hot, humid day. That sticky feeling helps you remember ζΉΏ means 'moist' or 'humid.'
Readings
Onyomi: γ·γ (shitsu)
Kunyomi: γγ (γ), γγ (γ)
Example Words
ζΉΏεΊ¦
γγ€γ© (shitsudo)
Humidity
ζΉΏζ°
γγ£γ (shikke)
Moisture
ζΉΏγ
γγγ (shimeru)
To become damp
ζΉΏγγγ
γγγγγ (shimeraseru)
To moisten
Example Sentence
δ»ζ₯γ― ζΉΏεΊ¦ γ ι«γγ§γγ
γγγ γ― γγ€γ© γ γγγγ§γγ
kyou wa shitsudo ga takai desu
The humidity is high today.